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  • female
  • 60 Years
  • 14/08/2025

My mom's cardiologist suggested open heart surgery for her severe mitral stenosis but I'm really worried about such a major procedure. I heard about balloon valvuloplasty as an alternative - could that work for her condition? What would you recommend as the best option for her severe valve problem?

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CTVS opinion advise.

Dr. Dhankecha Suggests...

Consult a Cardiologist

Answered 14/08/2025

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